MOSCOW – A bill has been officially submitted to the Russian State Duma proposing the removal of the Taliban from the list of banned organizations in Russia, signaling a potential shift in Moscow’s approach to international relations and counter-terrorism efforts.
This legislative move could mark a strategic step towards cooperating with the Taliban in counter-terrorism operations, reflecting Russia’s growing interest in influencing Afghanistan’s future. The decision has sparked debate about its broader implications, with some seeing it as a pragmatic recognition of reality in a changing geopolitical landscape.
Russia’s move may also be viewed as an attempt to counterbalance US influence in Central Asia, positioning itself as a key player in the region’s stability and security. While it raises questions about the future of global alliances, this development highlights Russia’s strategy of asserting its own interests in an increasingly multipolar world.